Church leaders seeking to establish the biblical basis for a vision statement should look to passages like Revelation 22 rather than misapplying Proverbs 29:18’s “where there is no vision the people perish.” Let’s be vivid in calling people to fix…
Flu Vs a Cold (Being mugged vs Being tortured)
Dan Phillips, author of the HIGHLY recommended, God’s Wisdom in Proverbs – – -indeed, let me stop for just a second and say that you if you enjoy Proverbs then you really want this book – – – compares and…
Fear that Leads to Comfort
Dan Phillips has written an excellent post on why fear and comfort are a healthy combination. Wouldn’t you think that “fear” and “comfort” are antonyms, like “love” and “hate,” or “darkness” and “light”? In a Biblical context, we might most…
Even in laughter the heart may ache
“Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in grief (Proverbs 14:13).” Have you ever noticed someone who seems to be making all the wrong decisions, and yet he or she seems happy about it? Perhaps you…
God’s Wisdom in Proverbs available for Pre-Order
Dan Phillips excellent book on Proverbs is now available for a 50% pre-order discount. One of the greatest blessings of my life has been the book of Proverbs. Decades ago I heard someone give the challenge to read the chapter…
A Chapter of Proverbs Today (Fear of man will prove to be a snare . . .)
Wisdom is the saw we use to cut through life. One of the best ways to sharpen your saw is to spend regular time in the book of Proverbs. Over time, Proverbs will become a part of your thought process.…
On not grabbing the dog’s ears
I recently became aware of a controversy brewing in the Evangelical / Internet world. I know some of the people involved. A post might generate some traffic and discussion. But, I thought of Proverbs 26:17: Whoever meddles in a quarrel…
Feeling overwhelmed and under-motivated?
Keep track of what you do today. You might be more productive than you realize. And, you will get more accomplished if you keep track. As you know, feeling overwhelmed and under-motivated is not a good combination. The last times…
Be thankful for your wife on the 31st
As I have mentioned several times (see here or here), it is a very good practice to read the day’s chapter of Proverbs. It’s a good idea to do two things when you read a chapter of Proverbs: Write the…
We know you didn’t see what we meant about your blind spot, that’s why it’s called a blind spot.
Stating the obvious, we don’t see blind spots. That’s why they’re called blind spots. So, rather than being defensive when someone points something out, let’s listen to advice and accept instruction – – that in the end we can be…